House blocks Rep. Rashida Tlaib’s war powers resolution on Lebanon The House of Representatives rejected a war powers resolution introduced by Rep. Rashida Tlaib that aimed to direct the president to remove U.S. armed forces from Lebanon. Democratic leaders opposed the resolution, stating there are currently no U.S. servicemembers in combat operations or hostilities in Lebanon. A revised version of the resolution, which garnered support from key Democrats, was introduced with updated language that excludes security cooperation and protection of diplomatic facilities from the removal directive.

• The House voted 92-324 to reject a war powers resolution aimed at constraining President Trump regarding Lebanon.
• Democratic leaders opposed the resolution, arguing that no U.S. troops are currently involved in combat in Lebanon.
• A revised resolution was introduced to remove U.S. armed forces from hostilities in Lebanon, while allowing for security cooperation and protection of diplomatic facilities.
• Rep. Rashida Tlaib introduced the resolution following deadly fighting between Israel and Hezbollah in southern Lebanon.
• The debate included accusations from Rep. Max Miller that Rep. Tlaib supports terrorists, which were later stricken from the Congressional Record.
• This failed vote follows the passage of a separate war powers resolution limiting military action against Iran without congressional approval.